KFC got the food world buzzing with their outrageous Double Down Sandwich. Friendly’s tempts kiddie palates with the Mac & Cheese Quesadilla (with the option to add bacon or a hot dog). And now Denny’s joins the comfort food binge-fest with its Fried Cheese Sandwich.
For a mere $4, diners can enjoy a grilled cheese sandwich stuffed with fried mozzarella sticks complete with a side of French fries and marinara sauce, of course.
I’m all for taking the occasional comfort in food reminiscent of cozy childhood memories, but are we going too far?
It almost seems as if there’s some sort of contest to take comfort food to new heights (or lows) – Krispy Kreme hamburger, anyone? We can thank Paula Deen for that one.
Are we in so much need of comfort that plain ole’ comfort food just doesn’t cut it anymore?
